2009 BMW 650 vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 650 | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |